Job Title: Senior Simulator Software Engineer (Lead)
Pay Range: $55–$60/hr (Contract-to-Hire, ~$120k annual conversion)
Location: Jacksonville, FL (onsite; option for 2 remote days after 6 months)
Contract Type: 6-month contract-to-hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM (1st shift)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of C++ development experience with Microsoft Visual Studio
• Strong knowledge of multi-threaded execution and MFC libraries
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of experience driving technical architecture projects
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and OOP skills
• Hands-on hardware/software integration experience
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

PREFERRED SKILLS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Experience with Unreal 5, Unity, or other simulation/game engines
• VBA, Python, SQL, or scripting languages
• REST API/Webservice integration
• GIS data knowledge
• Familiarity with Trello or Kanban boards
• Background in simulation, modeling, or rail industry
• Strong applied engineering math skills

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree required (Computer Science, EE, ME, or related)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We’re seeking a talented Senior Simulator Software Engineer (Lead) to join a growing team developing cutting-edge simulation technology used in real-time training environments. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on technical challenges, enjoys hardware integration, and has strong leadership experience guiding software development projects from start to finish.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead software development life cycle (SDLC) activities for simulation products
• Design, modify, and configure simulation software in C++
• Troubleshoot and debug code using Microsoft Visual Studio
• Lead hardware/software integration and testing
• Provide technical leadership to engineers and technicians
• Participate in device installation, testing, and upgrades
• Recommend improvements for efficiency and productivity